The Breast Implant Tips for Recovery

If you plan to have breast implants, you will likely undergo a procedure that will be less invasive than you think. However, that does not make it any easier for you to do in terms of taking care of yourself after the procedure. You will need to follow your doctor's specific advice on how to care for yourself, and give yourself time to recover. The following tips can help you to recover in a safe way, without putting too much strain on your new features.

Tips for Recovery

After breast implants, your doctor will likely schedule a follow up session with you to check on your healing. He or she will also give you steps to take in between, to give your body the best chance of healing properly. The following tips can help you to make the process easier overall.

Be sure to have someone with you for the next 48 hours nonstop. While many people may feel okay soon after the procedure, the medications in your system take time to leave. It is very important that you have someone with you for that initial 48-hour procedure to take action if you need it.

You also need to purchase a few larger sized bras, with a cup size that is what you will have after your procedure. It is not a good idea to purchase padded bras or to add any padding to them. 

Before you take any pain medication, make sure you eat something first (unless your medication should not be taken like this.) The key is for you to get food in your stomach so that the medications do not cause an upset stomach to occur. Eat something right before taking your meds.

For the first few weeks, it is best to sleep on your back. It is also a good idea to place a few pillows behind your head during this time. This will help to ensure no pressure is placed on the breasts and that they can heal properly. Before your procedure, practice sleeping on your back if you sleep in any other position. The breast implants will need time to heal properly and that can take some time.

Talk to your doctor about any medications you are currently taking before your procedure. You may not be able to take any vitamins, medications containing aspirin or ibuprofen during the recovery period. For any prescription medications, or others you may be taking, talk to your doctor first.

Breast implants are a great idea for many people. However, after having your procedure, you may be hurting and sore for some time. Be realistic about the outcome. Avoid anticipating more than what is likely to happen and discuss your outcome and recovery with your doctor before the procedure. Breast implants can take some time to get used to, and they can take some time to look normal since it is a part of the healing process. The good news is that many people recovery without too much pain and discomfort.